Nelly Korda delivered a commanding, start‑to‑finish performance at The Chevron Championship held at Memorial Park Golf Course on Sunday, capturing her third major championship and finishing five strokes ahead of both Ruoning Yin and Patty Tavatanakit. The 27‑year‑old American was in control for all four days, closing the tournament at 18‑under par and thereby surpassing Thailand’s Jeeno Thitikul to retake the top position on the Rolex Women’s Golf Rankings.
Korda’s dominance was evident even before the final round began; she had already matched the tournament’s lowest 54‑hole total, sitting five shots clear of the nearest competitors. "That was a hard weekend," Korda admitted afterward.
"Honestly, having that big of a lead, it's not easy. It was definitely one of the hardest things I've had to do mentally." She credited her success to an "amazing support system" that includes her family, her caddie, and a network of friends who have stood by her throughout her career. "I have an amazing support system.
An amazing family who are right behind me. An amazing caddie who is on the bag.
And I'm just happy to get it done," she said with a smile. The tournament opened with Korda posting two under par through the first three holes, establishing an early lead that put pressure on Yin and Tavatanakit to try and close the gap. Earlier in the week, Korda had been working on her short‑game after a modestly shaky putting display in round three, spending extra time on the practice green to fine‑tune her strokes. Those extra practice hours paid off, even though she still missed a couple of birdie chances on Sunday, notably a short putt on the second hole and another on the par‑five eighth.
A brief setback arrived on the par‑four 12th, where Korda made a bogey after two putts, allowing Yin and Tavatanakit a fleeting glimpse of hope. However, the American quickly regained her composure, firing back with consecutive birdies on holes 13 and 14.
Those two birdies propelled her to 19‑under par, putting her on pace to equal Dottie Pepper’s historic low‑score record of 269 for a major. A birdie on the 17th would have broken Pepper’s mark, but Korda seemed unfazed by the prospect of setting a new record.
Instead, she maintained her steady rhythm, approaching the 18th green with a precise iron shot and then calmly sinking a lengthy par putt to seal the victory. Reflecting on her win, Korda shared a personal message for aspiring golfers: "Honestly, what I was telling myself is, 'I really want to hoist this trophy because I want to show the kids at home that it's OK to miss short putts and still win a major championship.'" She added, "You're going to do it.
You're going to make mistakes, but you still have to be at 100 per cent. That's really what I wanted to show.
I wanted to show it to everyone looking up to me." This triumph marks Korda’s second LPGA Tour win of the 2026 season, following her early‑year victory at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions in January. The win underscores a strong start to what promises to be a prolific year for the American star. Patty Tavatanakit of Thailand entered the final round five shots behind Korda at 11‑under par and fought valiantly to reduce the margin, ultimately finishing the day at three‑under for the round.
England’s Charley Hull made a surge into the top ten after fifteen holes but stumbled with bogeys on the 16th and 17th, ending the tournament at even par and tied for tenth place. Looking ahead, the LPGA Tour will travel to Playa del Carmen for the Mexico Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba, with all four rounds slated for live broadcast on Sky Sports.
The opening round coverage begins at 3 p.m. on Thursday via Sky Sports+, and fans can also stream The Chevron Championship without a traditional contract through various online platforms. For those interested in playing golf themselves, the UK and Ireland offer access to more than 1,700 courses. Golfers can search by course name, city, or postal code to find the best rates and book a tee time, ensuring that the excitement of professional tournaments can be experienced on the local greens as well.
Overall, Korda’s performance at The Chevron Championship not only secured her a third major title but also demonstrated her mental resilience, technical skill, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Her ascent back to the world No.
1 ranking reflects both her consistent excellence and the depth of talent currently shaping women’s golf. The upcoming Riviera Maya Open will provide another opportunity for Korda and her peers to showcase their abilities on the global stage, while fans worldwide can continue to follow the action through live broadcasts and streaming services.